Grace Robertson-Lloyd
Associate Director of Admission at Grinnell College and regional admission officer based in Denver who discusses Grinnell's admissions practices, institutional priorities, and demonstrated interest.
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Apr 2, 2026 • 1h 15min
YCBK 627: How Can My Student Stand Out in a Competitive Admission Pool
Grace Robertson-Lloyd, Associate Director of Admission at Grinnell College and regional officer in Denver, offers an insider view of Grinnell’s priorities. She discusses how demonstrated interest is tracked, what “good citizenship” looks like in applications, and ways students can meaningfully engage with colleges. The conversation also covers campus culture, virtual visit options, and practical outreach tips.
Mar 26, 2026 • 1h 18min
YCBK 625: Does Taking a Gap Year Increase Your Chances of Getting in College
Grace Robertson-Lloyd, Associate Director of Admission at Grinnell College, highlights Grinnell’s programs, endowment-backed opportunities, and student culture. Barbara Kalmus, longtime admissions and counseling expert, discusses how language around college choices affects student mental health. They explore gap year strategies, reapplication logistics, timing of ED/EA, and how labeling schools can harm students.
Mar 12, 2026 • 1h 5min
YCBK 621: What Can I Learn from a College Based on How They Communicate with Me
Grace Robertson-Lloyd, regional admission officer for Grinnell College based in Denver, talks about recruiting remotely and balancing travel with virtual programming. Stephen Burd, senior writer at New America, discusses Parent PLUS loan packaging, accountability, and shifts in enrollment management. They explore communication, responsiveness, recruitment tactics, and policy reforms in higher education.
